THE SHORT VERSION
Johor Bahru to Batu Pahat at a glance.
- From
- Johor Bahru
- Road distance
- About 123 km
- Straight line
- 102 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~1 h 30 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Not listed as direct
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Johor Bahru
Johor Bahru is the Malaysian city across the causeway from Singapore. Larkin Sentral is the main long-distance terminal; JB Sentral handles cross-border buses and trains.
- Larkin Sentral
The main long-distance terminal, for buses across Malaysia and to Hat Yai. - JB Sentral
By the causeway and railway station. Cross-border buses to Singapore.
Arriving in Batu Pahat
Ask the seller where the service ends in Batu Pahat. A town-name stop can be a bus station some way from the centre, and the last stretch to your accommodation is usually up to you.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
KEEP GOING
From Batu Pahat, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Batu Pahat
More buses from Johor Bahru
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Johor Bahru from Batu Pahat by road?+
About 123 km by road (102 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Johor Bahru to Batu Pahat take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 1 h 30 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Johor Bahru?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Johor Bahru include Larkin Sentral, JB Sentral, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Batu Pahat to Johor Bahru?+
12Go's public route list doesn't include Batu Pahat to Johor Bahru as a direct route. You may need to change in another town.
Where does the bus from Johor Bahru arrive in Batu Pahat?+
It depends on the operator. Some services end at the local bus station, others at an office or a stop on the main road. Ask the seller for the drop-off address before you book.
What kind of bus runs from Johor Bahru to Batu Pahat?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Johor Bahru to Batu Pahat bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Batu Pahat by bus?+
Direct buses from Batu Pahat include Malacca, Mersing, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Ipoh and more. See all connections on our Batu Pahat bus page.
Still deciding? Check today's departures, then book your seat.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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